Specialist programs

Find out about the specialist programs our school offers.

Sport

Yahl Primary School helps to facilitate opportunities for children to participate in a range of sporting activities throughout the year. These include:

  • Softball
  • Cricket
  • T-Ball
  • Athletics
  • Football
  • Netball
  • Hockey
  • Cross-country running; and
  • Soccer.

The school relies on parents to organise and coach sports teams.

Games and practices usually occur outside school hours.

If insufficient players are available from Yahl Primary School to fill teams, children are given the opportunity to join teams from other local schools. Similarly, children from other local schools may be invited to join Yahl Primary School hosted teams.

Choir

Children in Years 5 and 6 at Yahl Primary School are given the opportunity to be part of a small school’s Choir and to perform with other regional schools at an annual event held at the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre.

Children also have the opportunity to travel to Adelaide to perform at the Festival Centre with schools from across South Australia.

Pedal Prix

The Yahl Primary School Pedal Prix team was formed in 2015 for children in Years 5 and 6, as a joint venture with Moorak Primary School.

Initially our team competed in a borrowed car, but the interest from children was so overwhelming that both schools purchased their own car and formed the W.A.S.P (We Are Still Pedalling) racing team in 2016.

The racing team usually competes in 3 events conducted in Tailem Bend and Mount Gambier.

Our Pedal Prix team is well-supported by parents and staff, and participation in this activity has proven to be an excellent vehicle for developing children’s self-esteem, social skills and a sense of belonging.

Young Environmental Leaders Program (YELP)

YELP is an environmental stewardship program where students transform into dedicated environmental warriors. Through a variety of engaging activities and hands-on experiences, participants learn to understand, appreciate, and protect our natural world.

Learning

  • Environmental Education: Gain a deep understanding of ecological systems, environmental challenges, and conservation strategies.
  • Nature Appreciation: Develop a profound appreciation for all living things and the interconnectedness of our ecosystems.
  • Stewardship Skills: Acquire practical skills for caring for and maintaining natural spaces.
  • Leadership Training: Learn how to lead and inspire others in environmental efforts and advocacy.

Program Highlights

  • Interactive Forums and Camp: Participate in workshops on topics like sustainable living, wildlife protection, and habitats. Camp out for two days and learn in the field.
  • Field Trips: Explore local natural areas, engage in conservation projects, and experience hands-on learning.
  • Community Projects: Get involved in a community-based environmental project.
  • Guest Speakers: Hear from experts and activists who are making a difference in the field of environmental conservation.